Russian from scratch | Structure, materials, and homework (Hope to see you in spite of everything)
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Russian from scratch | Structure, materials, and homework (Hope to see you in spite of everything)
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From BelarusLiving in Sofia, Bulgaria (10:32 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Oct 22, 2015
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➡️ Fundamental course || Quick course || Freestyle lessons ➡️ A new PDF for each lesson ➡️ Always with homework ➡️ Teaching in ENGLISH and ESPAÑOL
Hi! You probably already know your goals in Russian. If so, then just tell me about them :)
If you are not sure yet, you can read about the possible types of lessons below, or simply write me.
Me as a Teacher
FUNDAMENTAL COURSE. This is the best choice if you want to start learning Russian from scratch or if you are already on the way. We will go step by step, with materials, exercises, and practice.
QUICK COURSE. This is a good choice if you just want to get a grasp of Russian overall. The course also includes vocabulary for tourists.
FREESTYLE LESSONS. In case you need something specific.
VOCABULARY BUILDING. A bunch of new words on the topic of your interest in every lesson. Working on them afterwards (you can just book the Fundamental course for this option).
LISTENING AND SPEAKING. Short stories, videos, chatting on special topics, or chatting without special topics.
My lessons & teaching style
Before the FIRST lesson, it would be great if you let me know:
- your current level,
- your ultimate goals,
- the way you prefer to work (more grammar or more conversation).
If you can also write something in Russian so that I can understand your level, that would be great!
BEFORE each lesson:
- you can do your homework and send it to me anytime,
- write me with any questions you have.
AFTER each lesson:
- look through our Skype chat,
- learn all the new constructions and words we came across.
You can always feel free to write me anytime between lessons.
I have now had 100 lessons with Andrei, totalling just under a year and half of learning. Andrei is an outstanding teacher, his lessons are both engaging and challenging which has massively aided my learning.
The structure of the course is excellent, covering important topics and aspects of the Russian language. Innovative teaching styles such as watching cartoons in Russian together is a really cool way to introduce new words and revise words previously learnt.
The homework tasks are continuations of what is covered in the lessons which further help learning, furthermore Andrei cares whether you have done the homework. His marking and feedback is completed timely.
Prior to starting with Andrei I was using Duolingo, thinking that I was learning the language well. I am glad I started lessons with Andrei as I am lightyears ahead of where I would have been if I continued with Duolingo.
Jul 15, 2021
Nora Taylor
101 Russian lessons
Teacher’s pick
The lessons are sometimes difficult, but if they were easy I wouldn’t be learning much. I think I have learned more in 10 months of weekly lessons than I did in three years of taking Russian every day in high school.
Oct 2, 2018
Lloyd
141 Russian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Andrei is an excellent teacher. Why ? His teaching material is detailed yet practical; his focus in lessons; his consistency. And importantly, I can see and hear that I am making progress. His classes are a real work-out like the gym !
Jun 4, 2016
Štefan Trusina
3 Russian lessons
Very good lesson, I am looking forward to the next one.
May 8, 2023
Štefan Trusina
3 Russian lessons
The lesson with Andrei went very well, we jumped right into learning new words and making sentences using his materials. I look forward to the next lesson.